Liberal Studies, Emphasis in Science, B.A.

Preparation for the Major

(56 units)

Complete 43 units of lower division core plus the courses listed below. These courses must be completed with a grade of C (2.0) or better and may not be taken for credit/no credit (Cr/NC).

• ENS 241 - Physical Education of Children Units: 2
• MATH 211 - Geometry in Elementary Mathematics Units: 3
• MTHED 212 - Children’s Mathematical Thinking Units: 1-2 (2 units)
• MUSIC 102 - Music for Elementary Classroom Teachers Units: 3

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• N SCI 100 - Physical Science Units: 3

• or

• CHEM 308 - Chemistry as a Unifying Science Units: 3 [SDSU Imperial Valley only].

Graduation Writing Assessment Requirement

Complete RWS 280  before taking ECL 306W  and earn a grade of C (2.0) or better. See “Graduation Requirements ” section for a complete listing of requirements.

International Experience Requirement

In recognition of the increasing globalization in all sectors of world society, the Liberal Studies International Experience has been established. Students participate in designated, pre-approved study abroad experiences in a different country. Options include a variety of short term and semester formats designed to meet the needs of different students, including those with family and work responsibilities. The purpose of the experience is to increase student awareness of cross-cultural and global issues - issues that are critical to their development as future teachers and citizens in a complex, rapidly changing world. All liberal studies majors are required to participate in an international experience approved by the program director.

To meet the international experience requirement, majors must complete one of the following:

1. A CSU Study Abroad Program;
2. An SDSU Exchange Program;
3. An SDSU Study Abroad Program;
4. An SDSU Study Travel Program;

OR

Major Including Required Focus and Option

(45 units)^①

Upper Division Core

(41 units) [NOTE: Plus additional lower division units]

Note

¹ Students who select BIOL 101  and BIOL 101L  - consult with a Liberal Studies adviser.

² Students must pass the Liberal Studies Mathematics Proficiency Assessment prior to enrolling in MATH 312  and MATH 313 .

³ Verify with a liberal studies adviser.

⁴ Required for Foundational Level General Science certification. A portfolio assessment is also required. See science adviser.